2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,452 cc, 1983 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corsa (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Spark weights approximately 35 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Corsa (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Spark | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Spark | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
